These delicious pan-fried scallop pops make a sophisticated canapé for a dinner party or gathering. The fresh seafood is marinated in zesty lemon and chives and wrapped in salty pancetta before being cooked over a high heat, resulting in wonderfully crisp pancetta and perfectly cooked scallops.
Add a tropical twist to your Christmas celebrations with these pineapple skewers
Ready in less than 10 minutes, this spicy barbecued salt and pepper prawn skewer recipe is easy to make and they're even easier to eat
There are few foods on Earth that contain as much joy within them as a simple samosa. This vegetarian versions – stuffed with a traditional mix of carrots, potatoes, onions, and peas – are best served piping hot alongside a generous spoon of mango chutney.
These crispy stuffed olives are seriously worth the hype. Make a garlic and cheese sauce to fill your olives, then coat in golden breadcumbs. We like to use an air-fryer to cook these to get them extra crispy.
Find a spot in the sun and dish up some summer flavours. This antipasti bruschetta is made with minimal cooking and jarred veg – we like ours with a dollop of ricotta and pesto. Ideal for a simple starter, light lunch or savoury snack, this attractive platter tastes as good as it looks!
This meaty platter with cheesy fondue takes minutes to prepare
Combine classic festive flavours in this simple canapé recipe. A tangy homemade cranberry sauce and gooey, melting Camembert are layered on top of crisp puff pastry, perfect for Christmas parties.
These bite-sized cubes of pork belly are coated in a sticky glaze of lime, sesame seeds and soy sauce
These miniature jackets are sure to delight at your next Christmas party
Gluten-free fried goodness! These cauliflower pakoras are easy to make for a big gathering and deliver tongue-tingling flavours
Chef Kwoklyn says: “As Chinese New Year unfolds, it’s customary to serve dumplings - symbols of wealth and prosperity. Their golden crescent shape resembles ancient Chinese gold ingots, promising fortune for the year ahead.”
These grilled bacon and salmon skewers make a quick and simple meal for one. Served alongside stir-fried onion and courgette with young spinach leaves, this low-carbohydrate dish is ready in under half an hour.
Laffa-style flatbreads are topped with cream cheese and dukkah (a crunchy mix of seeds and spices) in this easy party canapé
These 3-ingredient canapés only take 15 minutes to assemble
You only need three ingredients and 10 minutes to make these sweet waffle canapés
Baked tortilla wrap triangles topped with ready-prepared chicken make a tasty dairy-free canapé recipe that’s both quick and easy to put together: perfect for a drinks party or as a starter
Devils on horseback are quite often served at Christmas but there's no reason to limit yourself to the holiday season. They are so easy to prepare, any day can be an occasion if these bacon-wrapped goodies are on offer
Bursting with flavour, these chicken skewers are perfect for a party
Providing gluten-free canapés can be a challenge, but these blinis are the perfect GF base for a variety of toppings at your Christmas dos. Prepare a pile of them in advance then top with party favourites like smoked salmon and sour cream.
These impressive teatime treats are surprisingly easy to make and would look amazing as part of a celebratory afternoon tea
These elegant chocolate discs are studded with dried fruit, nuts and crystallised ginger for a touch of spice
Flakes of smoked mackerel are mixed with fresh herbs and cream cheese in this indulgent pâté
Christmas equals parties with prosecco and hot canapés, and these stilton and walnut puffs are just the ticket. Simply cut circles into ready-made puff pastry and spoon over stilton mashed with cream cheese. Fold into half moons, top with walnut pieces and bake until golden.
Master this simple yet tasty gluten-free snack and you won't look back. Don't despair if you don't have all of the seeds, it still works with just one or two of the three. These make a great canapé, too – try them with dips or a cheeseboard.
Cumin, cinnamon, paprika and black pepper put the 'posh' in posh popcorn whether you want a snack for a home cinema night or an appetiser that makes a change from crisps and dips. Five minutes and you're ready to go.
Four pitta breads go a long way with this thrifty party canapé recipe.
One to add to your party food list, this mackerel pate will be a surefire hit with guests.
Impress your guests at cocktail time with these homemade buttery puff pastry sun-dried tomato and pesto palmiers that are a doddle to put together but make a much more sophisticated nibble option than a just opening a packet of crisps.
These spicy tostadas are made to be enjoyed as canapés with cocktails. Prawn, avocado, red chilli, coriander and lime combine for a Mexican flavour sensation. Be sure to leave enough time for marinating.